Atlantis (2013–2015): Season 2, Episode 11 - Kin - full transcript
Jason is captured and returned to the city but Pasiphae seems reluctant to kill him and is relieved when Cassandra tells her that the gods oppose his execution. Instead he is put into the gladiatorial arena, giving Aeson the chance to rescue him, as lepers traditionally bore away the corpses of the arena dead. Having revealed to Jason that he is his father Aeson escapes with him to rejoin his friends in the woods and although he himself is mortally wounded he is able to return his son to the light.
Jason is no longer the man we
knew, his heart has blackened.
He is drawn to us. I've
seen it with my own eyes.
I fear that without you, Jason
cannot resist Pasiphae.
You're the only one who can save him.
~ Who is this?
~ He is Jason's father.
What is it?
It's nothing.
Plum. Look around you.
There are no fruit
trees in this wood.
Not a plum tree within a day's walk.
So... how did this get here?
General!
We've found remains of a fire.
The embers are still warm.
They cannot have got far.
Any news?
Three days and still no
sign of the fugitives.
We found a camp.
It's strange...
When Goran gave me the news...
I felt no anger.
Just relief.
He is your son.
I found myself thinking things
I'd never thought before.
That he was my ally. That we could
rule Atlantis side by side, as one.
What you desire is not strange.
He is your true heir.
No.
I cannot give in to such weakness.
I believe he feels the same.
The forces that bind him to
us grow stronger by the day.
I can feel it in my heart.
Be patient - he will come to us.
Pasiphae's hatred knows no end.
She will hunt her own
son like a wild animal.
It's a good thing.
It means they haven't found him.
If an army can't find him,
what chance do we stand?
We should split into two
groups. Be more methodical.
You two go east, follow the river.
We'll follow it west and
meet you back here at dusk.
It is a waste of time!
If Jason's not already
dead, he soon will be.
Hercules!
What is wrong with you?
In his hour of need, I deserted him.
What is done is done, we
cannot change the past,
but we can change what is to come.
I'm useless. I failed Medusa.
Now I've failed Jason.
That is not true.
The times he's saved me...
We all make mistakes.
You're angry, you're hurt.
Forget that.
As long as there is a chance
that Jason is still alive,
we must do everything in
our power to save him.
You're right.
We'll follow the river west.
It is a necessary evil.
It allows the people to
forget their troubles.
It is a palliative - to placate
and distract them from dissent.
They are like children.
They must learn that those
that behave will be rewarded.
Go.
And those that don't...
will be punished.
Looks like footprints.
But they're not Jason's.
You can be that sure?
I know everything about him.
At least, I thought I did.
Jason's actions are not his own.
Knowing that Pasiphae is
his mother has changed him.
Perhaps that has changed
how you feel about him, too.
Not since the moment
I laid eyes upon him.
You are fortunate.
I do not have that bond with my son.
It's not too late.
All the moments I have missed.
You've lost much.
We live so long before we
understand what really matters.
The only thing of any
true value is love.
It rules even the Gods.
They are withdrawing.
Something has happened.
Jason.
I came here certain in the knowledge
of what I would say, but I...
I look at you...
I see so much of myself.
Do you not feel it?
The bond that binds us.
We are tethered, Jason.
It is a cord that
can never be broken.
Perhaps the Gods have brought
us together now for a reason.
To mend this wound...
Would you not let that be so?
I would.
I came here...
My sole desire was to kill you.
How could I?
You are my only child.
I gave you life - I will
not take it from you.
Shall I set a date for
the execution, Majesty?
No.
Jason has been found guilty
of killing the Oracle.
What reason is there to delay?
The people are enjoying the games.
The people want justice.
Are you doubting my actions?
~ No, Majesty.
~ Then why these incessant questions?
Jason's death would ease tension in the
city more than the games ever could.
How much longer must they
wait for retribution?
He has murdered Poseidon's
holy servant.
Then it is for the Gods to decide.
We should consult the Oracle.
Why? There is no need.
His fate is sealed.
At the moment of Jason's capture,
I saw a flight of ravens go
east across the moon.
I took it as a sign that
the Gods were not happy.
Are you are prepared to wager everything
on some feeling of foreboding?
Only a fool ignores a
warning from the Gods.
I wish to know if the boy's
sacrifice will please the Gods.
Now.
What is it, my child? Tell us.
Their voices spoke with fire...
with tribulation... They...
They cried out as one...
Demanding his salvation.
This makes no sense.
It is as I thought. They
have passed judgment.
Their wishes are plain.
Why would the Gods intervene
in such a matter?!
You imagine yourself powerful
enough to question their will?
Majesty, I am not certain
that you understand -
the people demand justice.
They want Jason punished
for his crime.
You are weighing too much on this.
What you've said is true -
if the Gods wish to intervene,
who am I to question them?
Their answer will not sit
easy with the people.
Well, that is for you to deal with.
To calm them, I also need answers.
They must know the reason
the Gods have spared him.
Very well.
Majesty, Cassandra is capable
of telling only the truth.
Are you sure this is
what you wish to ask?
Enough of this - your Queen
has given you an order.
Their reason was plain -
for they warned that there
is no greater crime
than a mother putting
her own flesh to death.
Please, Majesty, she is not
responsible for her words.
You have no need to protect her.
Jason is your son?
The Gods have spoken.
There will be no sacrifice.
He is a blasphemer. If you
take no action against him,
what will the people think?
The people are preoccupied
with the games.
His crime is forged in their minds.
It will take more than a petty games
for them to forget about this!
~ You cannot let him walk free!
~ That is not what I intend!
Let him face the arena. Let
the Gods decide his fate.
Very well.
Now, be gone - all of you.
You are meddling in affairs
that are not of your concern.
I have the Queen's best
interests at heart.
Do you? Are you sure
it is her interests?
Do not challenge me, for if Pasiphae
were forced to choose,
she would choose me every time.
Hercules?
I cannot lie here any longer.
What are you doing?
Going back to Atlantis.
Are you mad? We can't.
What has happened to
Jason? We must find out.
He's right. But it is I that
should travel to Atlantis.
But it's too dangerous.
The Oracle has spoken
- her words are clear.
I am his father...
... only I can unlock his heart.
What do you want?
Please... It is from Pythagoras.
There's an alley where the tanners
meet, off the Sacred Way.
Be there when the moon
is at its height.
Pasiphae does not want you to die.
She is doing everything
in her power to save you.
You are no longer sentenced to death.
Then what?
You must be strong.
Tell me.
You are to fight in the arena.
Your life is now in
the hands of the Gods.
Did you find anything?
Jason is a condemned man
- Pasiphae is holding games.
He will be lucky to survive
more than a day in the arena.
Can you take me to him?
The amphitheatre is heavily guarded.
No-one can get in there.
There must be a way.
You will not get to him.
Please, I beg you.
It is impossible.
The unclean. Do they still
aid the corpse bearers?
They do.
Good. There is something
I need you to do.
That's my corner.
I sit there.
Aargh!
What are you doing?
Are you going to help?!
You're not as useless
as you look, then.
I thought I'd let you soften him up.
Look out!
Aargh!
It seems the Gods really
do smile on him.
Calm yourself. Calm, you're safe.
You are lucky, Jason. It
is just a flesh wound.
Who are you?
I know you.
You saved my life...
in the silver mines.
You remember.
Yes.
Look beyond the scars.
You still do not know who I am?
Search deeper in your heart,
beyond the darkness,
and you will know it to be true.
I am your father.
My father is dead.
Do not believe what
you have been told.
Look at me. Jason.
Tell me you recognise me.
Get away from him.
But he's wounded.
Your job is to look
after the dead! Go!
Here.
All will be well.
That's supposed to comfort me, is it?
I'm not a child.
I didn't mean...
I'm sorry.
Pay me no heed.
I'm not used to sitting idle
while others risk their lives.
We want the same thing, Hercules.
I know.
I fear I have lost him.
No.
My heart cannot bear the
thought of life without him.
To think of it...
I don't know what I'd do.
I understand that only too well.
I promise Jason will
return safe and well.
I will do all I can to that end.
I know.
Thank you.
Jason.
I am your father.
This charm you have about your neck.
When you were but a child,
I gave you this...
as a token of my love.
For you to remember me by.
Jason, it is me.
I know who you are,
but I don't care.
You are dead to me.
I refuse to believe you mean that.
The knowledge of who you are...
of what is contained within you...
It has...
opened a door. It is tempting
you... drawing you.
You must resist, you must fight it.
You must not be drawn
into Pasiphae's world.
Do not give in to that
side of yourself.
~ You are not like her.
~ Guards!
Jason.
Guards!
I beg you... Think
on what I have said.
Do not turn your back on who you are.
Do not close your heart
on those who love you.
Up!
Here.
If you get through this,
you can have my corner.
You saved my life.
I won't forget that.
You saved mine.
And I've never seen
anyone fight like you.
Kai esso.
Aargh!
Jason! Jason.
Talk to me, please.
Please.
I remember you...
in your mother's arms.
You are so like her.
She was so beautiful.
I loved her more than life itself.
As a woman of Colchis,
I knew she had powers
mere mortals could never comprehend.
But when I realised the source
of those powers was darkness...
.. it terrified me.
I... saw her change.
Watched her...
.. give in to temptation.
She slipped further and
further from me, and...
.. all trace of the woman
I had loved was lost.
Please... please...
I cannot lose you too, Jason.
Do not go the same way as her.
Turn toward the light, turn
your back on the darkness.
In this world, there
are many who love you.
If I have learnt anything,
it is that this
is the only thing of true worth.
Look at me.
Feel my love.
Please, I beg you.
Oh, Jason!
I will not abandon you again. I
will not leave here without you.
Jason. Here. Take this.
~ What is it?
~ Tonight, when the moon sets,
drink it.
It will slow your heartbeat
until no-one can feel it.
You must trust me.
I will keep you safe - as I have
always, always tried to do.
I've looked everywhere.
I think I know where he's gone.
Icarus? Is it you?
Yes, Father.
How are you here?
It is no matter.
They told me I wouldn't
see you again.
Father... I brought you this.
No. It's too late for food.
Then you will die.
Why am I not dead already?
I was due to be hanged.
Stop worrying about such things.
They are not going to kill you.
I will not let them.
~ What have you done?
~ It is of no concern.
Tell me.
You must eat. Please, Father.
You must do all you can
to keep your strength.
You must leave the city.
Go. It's not safe here.
I will not leave without
you. I will get you out.
I have kept my side of the bargain,
now you must keep yours.
Guards!
Do something!
Corpse bearer!
Halt!
Where are you going?
These corpses need to be buried.
There's a curfew.
I have Royal permission.
Here, let me show you.
Jason?
Jason?
Where are we?
Lie still. We're not yet safe.
Jason!
Jason!
It is over.
Quickly, let's go!
Leave me!
Father.
I'm all right.
How did Goran know we'd be there?
I killed a guard. They must have
found him and followed us.
Try to take deep breaths.
Thank you.
Whatever passed between us...
It was me.
It was my fault.
No. I don't blame you.
I understand.
Forgive me.
You, and Pythagoras... You're
my only friends now.
We must keep moving.
Jason!
He needs water.
Here. Drink.
I've forgotten everything
I wanted to say to you.
Don't speak.
All the times I should've
been with you...
I was wrong.
You were just trying to keep me safe.
I failed you.
No.
Everything in me that's good...
.. comes from you.
You are the reason I am the man I am.
You must know... You are more than
anything I could have wished for.
You have your mother's
beauty, but not her heart.
Do not be like her.
I won't.
You are stronger than that.
Look towards the sun...
not the darkness.
Promise me. Promise me.
I promise.
Promise.
Jason has escaped.
How?
A corpse bearer helped him.
One of the unclean
from the silver mines.
Aeson.
He saved the boy.
He took a blade that was
~ meant for Jason.
~ And what happened?
The man was wounded.
To the heart.
Resume the search.
I want Jason found.
He chose his father over me!
Where is this "bond" you spoke of?
You witnessed it.
I let him touch my heart!
I listened to you.
All is not lost.
Get out of here!
~ Pasiphae...
~ Now!
Before you burn with him.
Jason must be caught
and he must be killed.
You would really see him die?
This night, it ends.
knew, his heart has blackened.
He is drawn to us. I've
seen it with my own eyes.
I fear that without you, Jason
cannot resist Pasiphae.
You're the only one who can save him.
~ Who is this?
~ He is Jason's father.
What is it?
It's nothing.
Plum. Look around you.
There are no fruit
trees in this wood.
Not a plum tree within a day's walk.
So... how did this get here?
General!
We've found remains of a fire.
The embers are still warm.
They cannot have got far.
Any news?
Three days and still no
sign of the fugitives.
We found a camp.
It's strange...
When Goran gave me the news...
I felt no anger.
Just relief.
He is your son.
I found myself thinking things
I'd never thought before.
That he was my ally. That we could
rule Atlantis side by side, as one.
What you desire is not strange.
He is your true heir.
No.
I cannot give in to such weakness.
I believe he feels the same.
The forces that bind him to
us grow stronger by the day.
I can feel it in my heart.
Be patient - he will come to us.
Pasiphae's hatred knows no end.
She will hunt her own
son like a wild animal.
It's a good thing.
It means they haven't found him.
If an army can't find him,
what chance do we stand?
We should split into two
groups. Be more methodical.
You two go east, follow the river.
We'll follow it west and
meet you back here at dusk.
It is a waste of time!
If Jason's not already
dead, he soon will be.
Hercules!
What is wrong with you?
In his hour of need, I deserted him.
What is done is done, we
cannot change the past,
but we can change what is to come.
I'm useless. I failed Medusa.
Now I've failed Jason.
That is not true.
The times he's saved me...
We all make mistakes.
You're angry, you're hurt.
Forget that.
As long as there is a chance
that Jason is still alive,
we must do everything in
our power to save him.
You're right.
We'll follow the river west.
It is a necessary evil.
It allows the people to
forget their troubles.
It is a palliative - to placate
and distract them from dissent.
They are like children.
They must learn that those
that behave will be rewarded.
Go.
And those that don't...
will be punished.
Looks like footprints.
But they're not Jason's.
You can be that sure?
I know everything about him.
At least, I thought I did.
Jason's actions are not his own.
Knowing that Pasiphae is
his mother has changed him.
Perhaps that has changed
how you feel about him, too.
Not since the moment
I laid eyes upon him.
You are fortunate.
I do not have that bond with my son.
It's not too late.
All the moments I have missed.
You've lost much.
We live so long before we
understand what really matters.
The only thing of any
true value is love.
It rules even the Gods.
They are withdrawing.
Something has happened.
Jason.
I came here certain in the knowledge
of what I would say, but I...
I look at you...
I see so much of myself.
Do you not feel it?
The bond that binds us.
We are tethered, Jason.
It is a cord that
can never be broken.
Perhaps the Gods have brought
us together now for a reason.
To mend this wound...
Would you not let that be so?
I would.
I came here...
My sole desire was to kill you.
How could I?
You are my only child.
I gave you life - I will
not take it from you.
Shall I set a date for
the execution, Majesty?
No.
Jason has been found guilty
of killing the Oracle.
What reason is there to delay?
The people are enjoying the games.
The people want justice.
Are you doubting my actions?
~ No, Majesty.
~ Then why these incessant questions?
Jason's death would ease tension in the
city more than the games ever could.
How much longer must they
wait for retribution?
He has murdered Poseidon's
holy servant.
Then it is for the Gods to decide.
We should consult the Oracle.
Why? There is no need.
His fate is sealed.
At the moment of Jason's capture,
I saw a flight of ravens go
east across the moon.
I took it as a sign that
the Gods were not happy.
Are you are prepared to wager everything
on some feeling of foreboding?
Only a fool ignores a
warning from the Gods.
I wish to know if the boy's
sacrifice will please the Gods.
Now.
What is it, my child? Tell us.
Their voices spoke with fire...
with tribulation... They...
They cried out as one...
Demanding his salvation.
This makes no sense.
It is as I thought. They
have passed judgment.
Their wishes are plain.
Why would the Gods intervene
in such a matter?!
You imagine yourself powerful
enough to question their will?
Majesty, I am not certain
that you understand -
the people demand justice.
They want Jason punished
for his crime.
You are weighing too much on this.
What you've said is true -
if the Gods wish to intervene,
who am I to question them?
Their answer will not sit
easy with the people.
Well, that is for you to deal with.
To calm them, I also need answers.
They must know the reason
the Gods have spared him.
Very well.
Majesty, Cassandra is capable
of telling only the truth.
Are you sure this is
what you wish to ask?
Enough of this - your Queen
has given you an order.
Their reason was plain -
for they warned that there
is no greater crime
than a mother putting
her own flesh to death.
Please, Majesty, she is not
responsible for her words.
You have no need to protect her.
Jason is your son?
The Gods have spoken.
There will be no sacrifice.
He is a blasphemer. If you
take no action against him,
what will the people think?
The people are preoccupied
with the games.
His crime is forged in their minds.
It will take more than a petty games
for them to forget about this!
~ You cannot let him walk free!
~ That is not what I intend!
Let him face the arena. Let
the Gods decide his fate.
Very well.
Now, be gone - all of you.
You are meddling in affairs
that are not of your concern.
I have the Queen's best
interests at heart.
Do you? Are you sure
it is her interests?
Do not challenge me, for if Pasiphae
were forced to choose,
she would choose me every time.
Hercules?
I cannot lie here any longer.
What are you doing?
Going back to Atlantis.
Are you mad? We can't.
What has happened to
Jason? We must find out.
He's right. But it is I that
should travel to Atlantis.
But it's too dangerous.
The Oracle has spoken
- her words are clear.
I am his father...
... only I can unlock his heart.
What do you want?
Please... It is from Pythagoras.
There's an alley where the tanners
meet, off the Sacred Way.
Be there when the moon
is at its height.
Pasiphae does not want you to die.
She is doing everything
in her power to save you.
You are no longer sentenced to death.
Then what?
You must be strong.
Tell me.
You are to fight in the arena.
Your life is now in
the hands of the Gods.
Did you find anything?
Jason is a condemned man
- Pasiphae is holding games.
He will be lucky to survive
more than a day in the arena.
Can you take me to him?
The amphitheatre is heavily guarded.
No-one can get in there.
There must be a way.
You will not get to him.
Please, I beg you.
It is impossible.
The unclean. Do they still
aid the corpse bearers?
They do.
Good. There is something
I need you to do.
That's my corner.
I sit there.
Aargh!
What are you doing?
Are you going to help?!
You're not as useless
as you look, then.
I thought I'd let you soften him up.
Look out!
Aargh!
It seems the Gods really
do smile on him.
Calm yourself. Calm, you're safe.
You are lucky, Jason. It
is just a flesh wound.
Who are you?
I know you.
You saved my life...
in the silver mines.
You remember.
Yes.
Look beyond the scars.
You still do not know who I am?
Search deeper in your heart,
beyond the darkness,
and you will know it to be true.
I am your father.
My father is dead.
Do not believe what
you have been told.
Look at me. Jason.
Tell me you recognise me.
Get away from him.
But he's wounded.
Your job is to look
after the dead! Go!
Here.
All will be well.
That's supposed to comfort me, is it?
I'm not a child.
I didn't mean...
I'm sorry.
Pay me no heed.
I'm not used to sitting idle
while others risk their lives.
We want the same thing, Hercules.
I know.
I fear I have lost him.
No.
My heart cannot bear the
thought of life without him.
To think of it...
I don't know what I'd do.
I understand that only too well.
I promise Jason will
return safe and well.
I will do all I can to that end.
I know.
Thank you.
Jason.
I am your father.
This charm you have about your neck.
When you were but a child,
I gave you this...
as a token of my love.
For you to remember me by.
Jason, it is me.
I know who you are,
but I don't care.
You are dead to me.
I refuse to believe you mean that.
The knowledge of who you are...
of what is contained within you...
It has...
opened a door. It is tempting
you... drawing you.
You must resist, you must fight it.
You must not be drawn
into Pasiphae's world.
Do not give in to that
side of yourself.
~ You are not like her.
~ Guards!
Jason.
Guards!
I beg you... Think
on what I have said.
Do not turn your back on who you are.
Do not close your heart
on those who love you.
Up!
Here.
If you get through this,
you can have my corner.
You saved my life.
I won't forget that.
You saved mine.
And I've never seen
anyone fight like you.
Kai esso.
Aargh!
Jason! Jason.
Talk to me, please.
Please.
I remember you...
in your mother's arms.
You are so like her.
She was so beautiful.
I loved her more than life itself.
As a woman of Colchis,
I knew she had powers
mere mortals could never comprehend.
But when I realised the source
of those powers was darkness...
.. it terrified me.
I... saw her change.
Watched her...
.. give in to temptation.
She slipped further and
further from me, and...
.. all trace of the woman
I had loved was lost.
Please... please...
I cannot lose you too, Jason.
Do not go the same way as her.
Turn toward the light, turn
your back on the darkness.
In this world, there
are many who love you.
If I have learnt anything,
it is that this
is the only thing of true worth.
Look at me.
Feel my love.
Please, I beg you.
Oh, Jason!
I will not abandon you again. I
will not leave here without you.
Jason. Here. Take this.
~ What is it?
~ Tonight, when the moon sets,
drink it.
It will slow your heartbeat
until no-one can feel it.
You must trust me.
I will keep you safe - as I have
always, always tried to do.
I've looked everywhere.
I think I know where he's gone.
Icarus? Is it you?
Yes, Father.
How are you here?
It is no matter.
They told me I wouldn't
see you again.
Father... I brought you this.
No. It's too late for food.
Then you will die.
Why am I not dead already?
I was due to be hanged.
Stop worrying about such things.
They are not going to kill you.
I will not let them.
~ What have you done?
~ It is of no concern.
Tell me.
You must eat. Please, Father.
You must do all you can
to keep your strength.
You must leave the city.
Go. It's not safe here.
I will not leave without
you. I will get you out.
I have kept my side of the bargain,
now you must keep yours.
Guards!
Do something!
Corpse bearer!
Halt!
Where are you going?
These corpses need to be buried.
There's a curfew.
I have Royal permission.
Here, let me show you.
Jason?
Jason?
Where are we?
Lie still. We're not yet safe.
Jason!
Jason!
It is over.
Quickly, let's go!
Leave me!
Father.
I'm all right.
How did Goran know we'd be there?
I killed a guard. They must have
found him and followed us.
Try to take deep breaths.
Thank you.
Whatever passed between us...
It was me.
It was my fault.
No. I don't blame you.
I understand.
Forgive me.
You, and Pythagoras... You're
my only friends now.
We must keep moving.
Jason!
He needs water.
Here. Drink.
I've forgotten everything
I wanted to say to you.
Don't speak.
All the times I should've
been with you...
I was wrong.
You were just trying to keep me safe.
I failed you.
No.
Everything in me that's good...
.. comes from you.
You are the reason I am the man I am.
You must know... You are more than
anything I could have wished for.
You have your mother's
beauty, but not her heart.
Do not be like her.
I won't.
You are stronger than that.
Look towards the sun...
not the darkness.
Promise me. Promise me.
I promise.
Promise.
Jason has escaped.
How?
A corpse bearer helped him.
One of the unclean
from the silver mines.
Aeson.
He saved the boy.
He took a blade that was
~ meant for Jason.
~ And what happened?
The man was wounded.
To the heart.
Resume the search.
I want Jason found.
He chose his father over me!
Where is this "bond" you spoke of?
You witnessed it.
I let him touch my heart!
I listened to you.
All is not lost.
Get out of here!
~ Pasiphae...
~ Now!
Before you burn with him.
Jason must be caught
and he must be killed.
You would really see him die?
This night, it ends.